Nib Guide

Since it’s the part of the fountain pen that touches the paper, the nib has a major impact on how each pen writes. Most LAMY fountain pens feature Extra Fine, Fine, Medium and Broad nibs, so here’s a look at each nib size and what it does best.

Extra Fine

Extra Fine nibs are sharp and precise, with the narrowest line in the LAMY range. EF nibs excel at detailed handwriting and updating your busy schedule in your diary, and also leave the least ink on the page, helping it to dry faster. Perfect for those with tight, neat handwriting.

Fine

Fine nibs are a touch broader than EF nibs, allowing the ink to flow more generously, which creates a richer line on the page, and also lets the pen glide more gracefully across the page.

Medium

Medium nibs are broader again, delivering a thick, vivid line as it moves across the page. That extra ink also helps the pen to flow as you write, and makes your handwriting look even more lively and vibrant. If you’re starting out with fountain pens, a Medium nib is a great introduction.

Broad

Broad nibs make for handwriting that’s full of flourishes and line variations, which lends a vibrancy to letters, notes and journal entries. It’s a lively experience, and can be quite stunning, but the amount of ink on the page means it can be hard to manage for fountain pen newcomers, with greater chances of blurring or smudging.

2000 Ballpoint Pen

$249.00

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Specifications

Ballpoint pen
Medium tip – 1mm
Black ink
Refill with LAMY M16 Ballpoint Pen Refill
14.2cm long
Polycarbonate and stainless steel body (Black); Stainless steel with brushed finish (Brushed Stainless Steel); Grenadilla wood with stainless steel accents (Black Wood); Yew wood with stainless steel accents (Yew Wood)
Designed and made in Germany

Details

The LAMY 2000 Ballpoint Pen is an icon of design, part of a series that has been in continuous, almost unaltered, production since 1966. <br><br>Credited with launching the brand into a new era of signature design excellence, the understated Bauhaus construction is as modern and relevant today as it was half a century ago. The streamlined, integrated design features a brushed matte finish, comfortable tapered grip and excellent balance. <br><br>Engineered to last a lifetime, the subtle, unpretentious, lightweight craftsmanship sets the bar for innovative, timeless design. The LAMY 2000 makes a truly special gift for a lover of good design, or an exceptional writing instrument for your daily needs.